SkippingRope

JumpRope aka [SkippingRope]

Remember 3^rd grade?

Remember when U first tried to jump rope?

Now remember, back-in-the-day, this was something that only my sisters did, they did it by themselves, or in 3’s [2 turners and 1 jumper], remember Double-Dutch? Again, this was another type of a jump rope game that only girls specialized in.

But that was before we started the workOut revolution [during the late 80s/early 90s]. Suddenly we began creating work out routines in all types of ways. We began running and jogging more, doing yoga and pilates more, even what has become ParKour used to just be called Follow-The-Leader. None-the-less, along with Tai Chi, and martial arts, boxing became another workout routine.

To see boys and men jumping rope, all we had to do was pop into the local gym that had a boxing program. Yes, Well it could not be denied that those boxers, [Male and Female], were in serious goodShape. So we began borrowing from their routine. Skipping rope has many health benefits, it is inexpensive to get the equipment, and no fancy gyms are required to get started. Excellent. You can pick a jumpRope at any gym equipment store, most department stores, and even some toy stores for about $5bucks +/-. 
It burns calories, provides a great cardio workout and even assist in weightLoss.

The Menzclub has been trying a few workouts in the past, and this is one that we must share. A good routine doesn’t have to be difficult; all you need to about 30mins, and you can tailor it to your skill level. You will find that it takes some coordination to get going, but after you get into a regular routine, you will able to jump nonstop for about 30 – 60 seconds, and feel the burn, lol.

Check this out: 1) jump on both feet in a slow to moderate tempo for about 10 seconds or 10 jumps. 2) then try to jump on both feet with one foot slightly ahead of the other, alternating feet while jumping for 10 seconds/jumps. 3) then try to jump on both feet from side to side in small to moderate hops for 10 seconds/jumps. Now the good stuff…4) then try to jump on one foot for about 10 seconds/jumps, then switching to the other foot for another 10 seconds/jumps. After you have mastered the 10 second/jumps rule, then go for 20 seconds/jumps, then 30 seconds/jumps, but only if you can handle it.  You will notice your breathing, calves and forearms all tightening up. 

For all you weekend workout warriors, once a week is good, 3x times a week is better, and daily for all you urban-athletes. Let us know how you feel, and keep on moving. Peaces.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            -                                                             ELU